Experienced Slitter Operator - 2nd & Weekend Shift

Steel Technologies LLC; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision after 60 days

Telehealth services

401(k) plan after 60 days

Paid holidays starting day one

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

Education assistance

Bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Steel Technologies LLC in Blytheville, AR is seeking a Slitter Operator to set up and operate slitting equipment per customer specs and work orders. You will inspect and adjust machinery, measure dimensions, and ensure product quality while maintaining a safe work environment.

The role requires precise attention to detail, the ability to read specifications, and proactive participation in production documentation and maintenance support. This is a full-time, on-site position in Blytheville, AR.

Qualifications

• Experience operating slitting equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret production specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Commitment to safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting equipment per customer specs and work orders.
• Regularly inspect equipment and adjust to maintain quality.
• Measure gauge width, hardness, and surface condition during processing.
• Thread coils and manage recoiler operations with accuracy.
• Complete production documentation and report non-conformities.
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and basic maintenance.

Skills

Slitter operation

Measurement & inspection

Safety compliance

Equipment setup

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 12, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location
• Blytheville, AR 72315, USA
  
• Manufacturing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: EXPER010616

Description

As a Slitter Operator at Steel Technologies, your primary responsibility is to set up and operate slitting equipment according to customer specifications and work orders. We'll rely on you to perform regular equipment inspections, accurately measure dimensions, align materials, and produce high-quality products that meet production instructions and customer requirements. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will play a key role in ensuring efficient operations and exceptional product quality.

How you’ll contribute to our company:

• Make and inspect arbor and overarm set-ups to ensure compliance with production instructions
• Reconcile coil identity to production and load coil
• Thread coil through slitter head, cropping non-complying material
• Thread mults into recoiler
• Maintain production and quality standards by measuring and verifying before during and after processing
  • Check and record gauge width, hardness, camber, burr and surface condition
  • Set gauge monitoring system (if applicable) and ensure gauge calibration
  • Adjust machine setup to correct defects as needed throughout slitting (if applicable)
  • Communicate non-compliance production to supervisor and/or shift lead
• Band/secure and identify slit mults
• Complete production documentation
• Assist maintenance to troubleshoot malfunctions or complete preventative maintenance as necessary
• Remove scrap from machine and empty hopper as needed
• Clean slitter and surrounding area

Here’s what we can offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment
• Free MDLive Telehealth Services through our Medical Plan.
• Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year
• Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment
• Paid Holidays starting day one!
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more
• Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment
• Free uniforms after 60 days of employment
• Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment
• Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services

Here’s what is needed to be successful:

• Ability to perform complete set-up and operational tasks of slitting to ensure compliance with customer specifications and production requirements
• Ability to use tape measures, Rockwell tester, micrometers and calipers
• Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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